Explore a wealth of resources at the Commons Social Change Library

At Social Change Lab, we are committed to producing rigorous research that helps activists and campaigners understand what works. That’s why we’re delighted to see several of our resources featured on the Commons Social Change Library, a fantastic online collection of over 1,000 educational materials covering campaign strategy, community organising, group effectiveness, justice and diversity, creative activism, and much more.

If you're involved in advocacy or activism, the Commons Social Change Library is an invaluable resource, offering practical tools and insights from experienced organisers and researchers.

Social Change Lab’s research featured in the library

Four of our key research pieces are now available on the Commons Social Change Library:

1️⃣ Disruptive protest tactics: helpful or harmful? Our talk at the Effective Altruism Global x conference in December 2024 explores the role of disruptive tactics in raising awareness and pressuring institutions. We also discuss the risks of backlash and how movements can navigate these challenges.👉 Read more: https://commonslibrary.org/disruptive-protest-tactics-helpful-or-harmful/

2️⃣ The effect of disruptive animal rights protests on public opinion This report examines how disruptive tactics, such as Animal Rising’s disruption of the 2023 Grand National, shape public attitudes towards animals and animal rights activism.👉 Read more: https://commonslibrary.org/the-effect-of-disruptive-protest-tactics-on-public-opinion-a-case-study/

3️⃣ What makes a protest movement successful? A six-month research project analysing factors behind successful movements—including nonviolence, movement size, diversity, external political factors, and the radical flank effect.👉 Read more: https://commonslibrary.org/protest-movements-how-effective-are-they/

4️⃣ The Activist Resource Hub Developed with the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, this guide collates some of the best resources available for UK activists. Whether you're new to activism or looking to sharpen your skills, this is a great place to start.👉 Read more: https://commonslibrary.org/activist-resource-hub/

Support the Commons Social Change Library

The Commons Social Change Library has been providing free, high-quality resources for activists and organisers for five years. If you find their work useful, consider making a donation to keep this valuable resource going: https://commonslibrary.org/donate/